Associate Membership at Enniscorthy Community Allotments

What is associate membership at Enniscorthy Community Allotments?

Associate membership in Enniscorthy gives you a place in our growing community for €20 a year, without renting a plot. It is open to anyone aged 18 and over who supports the aims of Enniscorthy Community Allotments. You can come along to events, join workshops and lend a hand around the site.

Numbers are limited, so it pays to apply early. The current membership year runs from 1 February 2027 to 31 January 2028.

Download the Associate Membership Application Form

What do you get as an associate member?

Associate members enjoy five benefits, from community events to volunteering, and none of them requires a plot.

  • Events and meetings: Come along to community events and meetings.
  • Newsletters and updates: Stay in the loop with news from the site.
  • Shared spaces: Enjoy shared facilities, including the sensory area and patio areas.
  • Workshops and training: Take part in training and workshops.
  • Volunteering: Lend a hand in communal areas and projects.

Whether you want to learn something new, meet your neighbours or simply give something back, there is a way in.

Who can apply for associate membership in Enniscorthy?

Any adult aged 18 or over who supports the aims of the allotment association can apply, whether or not they rent a plot. Some people want to be part of a community garden without the commitment of a plot, and this membership is made for them.

As an associate member, you agree to abide by the rules of Enniscorthy Community Allotments. Other limitations in our Constitution also apply.

Does associate membership include a plot?

No, associate membership does not include a plot tenancy. Associate members hold no tenancy agreement and have no right to a plot. They may not cultivate an individual plot unless the management committee agrees.

If you would like to grow your own food, take a look at our growing spaces. We have 65 allotment plots, 27 wheelchair-accessible raised beds and 60 polytunnel spaces. Our facility page shows what each one offers, and the committee can tell you more about availability.

How much does associate membership cost?

Associate membership costs €20 per year. You pay it when you apply, and again each year after that. Each membership year runs from 1 February to 31 January.

Associate membership
Fee€20 per year
Who can joinAnyone aged 18 and over
Plot tenancyNot included
ConfirmationIssued once your application is approved

How do I join as an associate member?

Joining takes three simple steps: complete the form, submit it with your €20, and wait for your confirmation.

  1. Complete the Associate Membership Application Form.
  2. Submit it to the committee with your €20.
  3. Receive your membership confirmation once the committee approves your application.

Not sure where to hand in your form? Email or call us and we will point you in the right direction.

What does the application form ask for?

The form is short and easy to fill in. It asks for your full name, address, phone number and email, plus your reason for applying or your interest in allotments.

Finally, you sign and date it to confirm that you agree to abide by our rules and understand the terms of associate membership. There is also a tick box to show you are enclosing the €20.

Why become an associate member in Enniscorthy?

Enniscorthy Community Allotments is a volunteer-led community garden at Gort Na Gréine, and it thrives on the people who take part. Associate members add to that energy. You might join a workshop, spend time in the sensory area, or give a few hours to a communal project.

Associate membership in Enniscorthy is a simple way to belong to something local and growing. Because numbers are limited, the sooner you apply, the better.

Download the Associate Membership Application Form

How can I contact Enniscorthy Community Allotments?

Our committee is happy to answer questions about associate membership, so please get in touch.

Enniscorthy Community Allotments Gort Na Gréine, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford

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